Downtown Ceres
Leafy trees hover over ranch-style homes
With road names like Magnolia Street, Oasis Drive and Palm Avenue, this urban community, located near several parks, offers glimpses of nature. Neutral-colored L-shaped ranch-style homes line the maple and oak tree-shaded sidewalks, accentuated with double-car garages. Wooden fences enclose the backyards, complemented by inground pools and gazebos embracing the Californian heat. Prices range from $280,000 for homes starting at 1,000 square feet to $445,000 for renovated homes.Fun at the community center
The Ceres Community Center was created to unite neighbors, hosting classes for families of all ages and spanning two stories. Events include educational programs, Zumba, cooking classes, Loteria and annual ones like the Spring Eggstravaganza. Close to home, Ceres-Whitemore Park, near the highway and Roeding Heights Park, keep the neighborhood kids entertained with their playgrounds and picnic gazebos. A mile from the recreational center, Smyrna Community Park is one of Ceres' most visited green spaces, which is no surprise due to the George Costa Fields, where families play baseball and practice tricks at the skate park. It is also just 3 miles from Ceres River Bluff Regional Park.Time for lunch and strolls Downtown
The downtown area is a quaint, walkable district but a shadow of what it once was, with many empty storefronts. Along 4th street, Hand Creations Flower Shop, Ceres Drug Store and Delhart's Home Furnishing keep foot traffic peddling. American Italian Bistro plates up classic Tuscan comfort foods in its cozy dining room. Other eateries include Sam's Café and Loza Kitchen & Bar, dishing out a curated menu of tapas and crepes. Just 2 miles from 4th street is Ceres Plaza Shopping Center, and 10 miles away is the Vintage Faire Mall. Residents benefit from Walmart and Save Mart Supermarkets, which is next to Planet Fitness.Clean water is a priority in Ceres
Primarily receiving water from wells, Ceres has dealt with a long history of contaminated water driven by cross-connection and backflow. However, the Ceres Wastewater Treatment aims to produce 15 million gallons daily, treating water drawn from the Tuolumne River and groundwater from Turlock. It is home to the new Stanislaus County Agricultural Center, which oversees ordinances related to pesticides, export of agricultural products and certification.Learning close to home
Students may be part of the Ceres Unified School District, with several schools within walking distance of homes. These include Walter White Elementary, Argus and Endeavor High and Lucas Elementary, all rated with a C-plus, according to Niche. Middle schoolers may attend Blaker-Kinser Junior High School, which Niche ranks with a C, prioritizing college awareness, registering students for Californiacolleges.edu, and aiding students in post-secondary education success. The high school consists of Argus High and Endeavor Alternative Center, accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.Summer concerts and festivals galore
At Ceres-Whitemore Park, it isn't unusual to hear the velvet riffs of guitars and local singers during the Concerts in the Park, a weekly series during June and July. Then there's the Ceres Street Fair, flooding with neighbors browsing through vendors with local talent. 3 miles away, El Rematito Crows Landing Flea Market buzzes with locals during the night market. Diamond Bar Arena is 3 miles south, the site of Caddle roping and barrel racing. The Skies the Limit Hot Air Balloon Festival began in 2023, elevating residents for panoramic city views amid the clouds.Bus stops and highways
California 99 bisects the community and is less than 6 miles from California 132 and California 108. "It's nice because it's primarily residential, and you can get to Modesto and Turlock very quickly," Barrios says. And there are bus stops peppered throughout, operated by the StanRTA or "The S". It is also under 4 miles from the Modesto City–County Airport. Ceres Care Center is right in the community but is 8 miles from the larger Memorial Medical Center in Modesto.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jessica Barrios
Jessica Barrios
Barrios Realty Consultants
(209) 566-0846
117 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Ceres
$350K - $385K Price Range
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John Searls
John Searls
Responds QuicklyVylla Home Inc.
(209) 497-8697
70 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Ceres
$750,000 Price
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Connie Escobedo
Connie Escobedo
EXIT Realty Consultants
(209) 353-9516
68 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Ceres
$170K - $350K Price Range
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Hiram Kemp
Hiram Kemp
California Realtors & Mngt.
(209) 554-6318
32 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Ceres
$85K - $355K Price Range
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Christopher Nichols
Christopher Nichols
Atlantic Realty
(209) 308-8533
171 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Ceres
$225K - $703K Price Range
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Daniel Del Real
Daniel Del Real
PMZ Real Estate
(209) 653-2292
919 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Ceres
$600K - $630K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Strawberry Fields Park
Persephone Park
Smyrna Park
Neel Park
Gillermo Ochoa Park
Ceres Dog Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Downtown Ceres | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 8 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Downtown Ceres Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Ceres, Ceres sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Ceres, Ceres over the last 12 months is $289,450, down 84% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$322,600
Median Sale Price
$289,450
Median Single Family Sale Price
$339,298
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$289,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
52
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-84%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$244
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
139
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Median Year Built
1940
Months of Supply
2.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,242
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Distribution of Home Values
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
903
Median Age
32
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31.8%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$63,970
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$82,181
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
7.2%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0%
% Population in Labor Force
58.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
57
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
79
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
34
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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